Celebrate Water Balloon Day with games and splashes at Bear Creek! Join a park interpreter for cool, water-filled fun perfect for all ages. Bring your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen.

Learn all about Lake Sylvia's bird buddies! See taxidermy examples of common bird species, then see if you can find them in the Day Use Area! 

Join a park interpreter for a morning of flavorful exploration as we showcase the art of crafting delicious breakfast treats in Arkansas' official state cooking vessel, the cast iron Dutch oven. We will cover the basics of temperature control, proper setup, and simple tips to make outdoor meals a

Join a park interpreter as we learn how to be good stewards of our trails while backpacking and long-distance hiking. This workshop will cover topics such as how to plan a route, proper outdoor ethics to follow, what to pack (and what not to!), how to properly distribute weight in a backpack, water

We will be exploring and crafting green-friendly gift wrap. Homemade wrapping paper, stamps, and personalized gift&nbsp;boxes!<br>
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Join a park interpreter for an introduction to kayaking on the serene Maumelle River. This 2-hour kayak program is a fun and safe way to dip your toes into the world of water adventure and is a great learning opportunity. We will cover paddling safety, equipment and techniques, then embark on a

<p>Insects
are everywhere, and some of them are even considered delicacies around the
world. Join a park interpreter and see who really eats bugs. Bring your
appetite and take a bite, or come and watch!<br><br></p>
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Join a park interpreter for family fun playing traditional outdoor games, such as cornhole, Ladder Ball, softball, and the sack game. Afterward, cool off with a refreshing snowcone. All ages welcome.

Do you know how fast a dragonfly can fly? Or how they catch their prey? Join a park interpreter to watch these fascinating creatures as they patrol the lake and grassy areas to find the answers to these and other questions about these bejeweled wonders. Bring binoculars if you have them and

Today we are multi-tasking. We are going to reuse your old tin cans, mason jars, or other non-flammable container to keep them out of the landfill and create something to help keep those pesky mosquitoes away at the same time. Drop by between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to make a citronella candle. Bring an